Grand Prix of Long Beach Tickets

Grand Prix of Long Beach Tickets & Events

A 1.968-mile, 11-turn street circuit through downtown Long Beach, the Grand Prix of Long Beach turns Shoreline Drive, Seaside Way, and Pacific Avenue into one of North America’s signature racing weekends. Grand Prix of Long Beach tickets put you inside an open-air motorsport festival known for IndyCar, IMSA sports cars, Stadium Super Trucks, concerts, fan entertainment, and waterfront views along the harbor.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About Grand Prix of Long Beach

Grand Prix of Long Beach is the temporary street circuit used for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, operated by the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach across public streets and surrounding downtown areas controlled by the City of Long Beach. The event dates to 1975, when the first Grand Prix of Long Beach was held as a Formula 5000 race. Formula One raced in Long Beach from 1976 to 1983, and CART/IndyCar competition has been part of the event from 1984 onward. Capacity spans tens of thousands across temporary grandstands and general-admission viewing areas, with three-day weekend attendance typically approaching or exceeding 180,000.

The circuit is regarded as one of the premier and longest-running street races in North America, a signature event on the IndyCar calendar, and a major part of American street-circuit racing history. Its event mix centers on motorsport, including the IndyCar Series headline race, IMSA sports car racing, Stadium Super Trucks, Porsche Carrera Cup, historic races, and other support events. The weekend also includes concerts, a lifestyle expo, drifting exhibitions, a food truck festival, and fan entertainment throughout the downtown waterfront footprint.

The course’s Pacific Ocean and harbor backdrops, downtown skyline views, Long Beach Convention Center setting, famous fountain turn, and shoreline straight give Grand Prix of Long Beach its distinctive seaside-city racing atmosphere.

Location & Transportation

Grand Prix of Long Beach is located at 3000 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90806 — with the temporary circuit winding through downtown Long Beach around Shoreline Drive, Seaside Way, Pacific Avenue, the Long Beach Convention Center, and the waterfront.

Transit: The Metro A Line serves downtown Long Beach, with stations including Downtown Long Beach / Transit Mall and Pacific Avenue within walking distance of the circuit. Long Beach Transit buses and the free Passport shuttle also serve the downtown and waterfront area. Transit is a practical option for race weekend because street closures, crowd volume, and event-day congestion can make driving slower.

Driving and Parking: Drivers can reach downtown Long Beach via the 710 Freeway, which feeds into the downtown area. Numerous public parking structures and lots serve the Convention Center, the Pike, and downtown, and official event parking is available for purchase. Parking lots fill early on race days, and street closures around the circuit footprint create heavy congestion before and after major sessions.

Rideshare: Rideshare pickup and drop-off operate from designated downtown zones. Because closures restrict access close to the track perimeter, meeting points are typically set away from the immediate circuit, and post-event waits are common due to the large crowds leaving at once.

Nearby Accommodation: Downtown Long Beach has abundant lodging within walking distance of the event footprint, including Hyatt Regency Long Beach, Renaissance Long Beach, Westin Long Beach, Courtyard, Hilton Long Beach, and the Queen Mary hotel across the harbor. Staying downtown offers the easiest walk-in access to the circuit.

Venue Navigation

Grand Prix of Long Beach spreads across a large downtown street-circuit footprint, so understanding your gate, grandstand, and viewing area before arriving makes the day much easier. The layout includes temporary grandstands, general-admission viewing areas, pedestrian routes, and crossing bridges around the course perimeter.

Entrances and Access: Multiple pedestrian entry gates ring the circuit around the Long Beach Convention Center, Shoreline Drive, and the waterfront. Ticket holders enter through designated gates tied to their grandstand or general-admission area.

Seating Levels: Seating is organized into temporary grandstands placed at key points around the track, including along the front straightaway, at the hairpin/fountain turn, and near the Convention Center. Each grandstand has numbered seating, while general-admission standing and viewing areas are distributed along fencing and elevated spots around the circuit.

Accessibility: ADA-accessible seating and viewing areas, accessible parking, and guest services are provided. Accessible grandstand sections and routes are available through the event.

Getting to Your Section: Expect significant walking on city streets and pavement around the circuit perimeter. Event signage and staff direct fans to grandstands, general-admission areas, and crossing bridges, and comfortable footwear is strongly advised because distances between sections can be substantial.

Dining Options

Inside Grand Prix of Long Beach

Grand Prix of Long Beach offers extensive concessions across the event footprint, including a food truck festival, beer gardens, and alcohol sales. Premium hospitality areas, club suites, and upgraded viewing spaces offer catered food and beverage service along the circuit. Lines can build around popular race sessions and entertainment times, so planning food breaks between on-track activity can help keep your day moving.

Outside the Venue — Downtown Long Beach

Downtown Long Beach dining is immediately adjacent to the race footprint. Pine Avenue’s restaurant row, the Pike Outlets, Shoreline Village, and the East Village arts district all offer bars and restaurants within walking distance, making it easy to build a pre-race meal, post-race drinks, or a full weekend dining plan around the event.

Security & Policies

Grand Prix of Long Beach maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Bag Policy: Bag restrictions typically apply, with small bags permitted and larger bags subject to size limits and search. Clear-bag guidance may apply at certain gates, and arriving with a compliant bag helps speed entry.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Commonly restricted items include weapons, outside alcohol, glass containers, coolers in certain areas, drones, and professional recording equipment. Items deemed a safety risk may also be restricted at entry.

Re-Entry: Re-entry is generally permitted with a valid ticket or wristband across the multi-day event, subject to gate rules shown for the event.

Entry Procedures: Expect bag checks, security screening at gates, and digital or printed ticket verification. Three-day and single-day credentials are scanned at entry, so having tickets ready before reaching the gate helps keep lines moving.

Other Venues in the Long Beach Area

Grand Prix of Long Beach anchors one of the Long Beach area’s most recognizable live-event weekends, while the wider metro offers arenas, theaters, waterfront festival spaces, and major Southern California concert and sports venues.

• Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center Tickets — Downtown arena, theater, and expo complex adjacent to the circuit, hosting concerts, conventions, and shows
• Long Beach Arena Tickets — Indoor arena within the Convention Center complex hosting concerts and events
• Terrace Theater Tickets — Performing arts theater within the Long Beach Convention Center
• Rainbow Lagoon Park Tickets — Waterfront outdoor event and festival space in downtown Long Beach
• Queen Mary Tickets — Historic ocean liner hosting events, concerts, and festivals on the Long Beach waterfront
• The Carpenter Performing Arts Center Tickets — Theater at Cal State Long Beach hosting concerts and performances
• The Scottish Rite Event Center Tickets — Long Beach event and performance venue
• Crypto.com Arena Tickets — Los Angeles arena, home of the LA Lakers (NBA), LA Clippers (NBA), LA Kings (NHL), and LA Sparks (WNBA)
• Kia Forum Tickets — Inglewood indoor arena hosting major concerts
• Intuit Dome Tickets — Inglewood arena, home of the LA Clippers (NBA)

How Much Do Tickets to Grand Prix of Long Beach Cost?

Grand Prix of Long Beach ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event access, the race-day schedule, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from general-admission viewing to premium hospitality and Paddock Club experiences.

General admission single-day tickets can start around $40–$75, offering access to distributed viewing areas around the street circuit and a flexible way to experience the weekend.

Reserved grandstand seats for a single day are roughly $75–$150, with pricing driven by grandstand location, day of the weekend, and proximity to high-demand areas like the start-finish line or key turns.

Three-day grandstand and weekend passes are roughly $150–$300 or more, giving fans access across the full race weekend and the ability to follow practice, qualifying, support races, and the headline Sunday IndyCar event.

Premium hospitality and Paddock Club options can run several hundred dollars and up, with upgraded viewing, catering, and closer access to the race-weekend experience.

Buying earlier generally secures better grandstand locations and better pricing, especially for premium race-day and hospitality options that sell out. As inventory shrinks and the date approaches, prices for the best remaining sections tend to rise.

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Grand Prix of Long Beach Seating Guide

Grand Prix of Long Beach seating is worth understanding before buying because the experience changes significantly by location around the street circuit. Reserved grandstands, general-admission areas, turn-side views, front-straight seats, and premium hospitality options each offer a different way to follow the action.

Best Seats at Grand Prix of Long Beach

• Best value: General-admission tickets and grandstands farther from the start-finish line are typically the most affordable options, offering access to the event atmosphere while keeping costs lower.
• Closest to the action: Front-straight grandstands and turn-side grandstands sit closest to the cars, while paddock and pit-access upgrades bring fans nearest the teams.
• Best overall experience: Grandstands at the start-finish line/front straight and at the hairpin/fountain turn offer the most action, passing opportunities, and crowd energy.
• Premium and suite options: Premium hospitality clubs, suites, and the Paddock Club offer upgraded viewing, catering, and group accommodations along the circuit.
• For groups: Group ticketing is available through the event, and coordinating seats early is especially helpful for high-demand race-day grandstands and hospitality areas.
• General admission: General-admission access is offered in addition to reserved grandstand seating, giving fans festival-style flexibility around designated viewing areas.

Grand Prix of Long Beach Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Grand Prix of Long Beach events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the track, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

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Getting Ready for Your Grand Prix of Long Beach Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an outdoor downtown street-circuit event with multiple gates, large crowds, and extensive walking.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Mobile networks can become congested with large downtown crowds. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Downtown street closures, parking fill, and crowds build quickly, and the Metro A Line is a practical way to avoid parking headaches.
• Wear the right footwear. Expect extensive walking on city streets and pavement between grandstands and gates, plus pedestrian crossing bridges and stairs. Comfortable, supportive shoes make a full race day much easier.
• Dress in layers. This outdoor spring coastal event can bring sun and heat midday, followed by cooler, breezy conditions near the waterfront. Sun protection and layers are advisable.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Race-weekend closures and crowds can slow movement through downtown Long Beach, so allow more time than you would for a typical downtown visit.
• Know your entrance. Your assigned gate and grandstand number help guide your route around the large circuit perimeter, and checking those details before arriving can save time once you reach downtown.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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